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robe Synonyms

Another word for robe

Choosing another word for robe depends on context, so the 30 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A long, loose outer garment, often worn for comfort or warmth inside the home, such as a bathrobe or dressing gown.

Usage Example

"After taking a long shower, he wrapped himself in a thick terrycloth bathrobe."

Strongest
bathrobe
dressing gown
housecoat
Strong
wrapper
peignoir
kimono
Weak
negligee

• noun (Context 2)

A flowing garment worn as a symbol of office, profession, academic rank, or religious order.

Usage Example

"The judge entered the courtroom wearing a traditional black gown."

Strongest
gown
vestment
Strong
mantle
cassock
habit
garb
raiment
Weak
regalia

• verb (Context 3)

To clothe someone or dress oneself in a long, flowing garment, especially for a ceremonial occasion.

Usage Example

"The choir members were robed in bright crimson garments for the holiday performance."

Strongest
enrobe
clothe
dress
Strong
attire
garb
array
drape
vest
apparel
bedeck

• noun (Context 4)

A blanket or similar covering, especially one used to provide warmth for the legs and lap in a vehicle or wheelchair.

Usage Example

"She kept a heavy wool lap robe tucked over her knees during the chilly sleigh ride."

Strongest
lap robe
Strong
blanket
rug
throw
afghan
wrap

Opposites of robe

The opposite of robe shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

disrobe
undress
unrobe
unclothe
strip
divest
See all opposites of robe

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Robe. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 9, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/robe
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